Q17275946
1612
oil
From the collection of Mauritshuis
1612
oil
From the collection of Mauritshuis
This portrait depicts a man dressed in black armor, adorned with gold accents and a red sash. He stands against a dark background, with a red table to his right, holding a sword hilt in his left hand. A helmet with a red plume sits on the table. The man's attire suggests a military officer, and the level of detail in the painting implies a high level of craftsmanship. The use of chiaroscuro, impasto, and glazing techniques creates a sense of depth and texture, drawing the viewer's eye to the subject. To learn more about the artist who created this work, look up Jan van Ravesteyn.
